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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which types of historical figures are often compared to Billy?
(a) Greek heros.
(b) Noble sailors.
(c) Medieval knights.
(d) Biblical prophets.

2. What elements of ship's life are mirrored in the world outside the ship?
(a) Storms are balanced with calm days.
(b) People only obey when forced to do so.
(c) Terror rules the masses.
(d) Life is unfair.

3. What is a mutiny?
(a) A traditional sailor's dance.
(b) When subordinate sailors attempt to illegally sieze control of a ship.
(c) A legal election process in which the captain of a vessel is replaced.
(d) A trial held at sea by the capain and three officers.

4. What does Andrew Marvell create that commemorates Captain Vere?
(a) A medallion.
(b) A sculpture.
(c) A poem.
(d) A bawdy tavern song.

5. What event occurring on land mirrors a naval mutiny?
(a) A democratic election.
(b) A public execution.
(c) A trial.
(d) A revolution.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the Spithead mutiny occur?

2. What type of personal life does Captain Vere lead?

3. What causes Billy to lose his voice on occasion?

4. What one item changes the face of warfare?

5. Which country is described as ruling the seas?

(see the answer key)

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